3 best new to Prime Video shows to binge-watch this weekend (July 31-Aug. 2)

We've officially come to the end of July but luckily, in streaming as in life, the finish of one month brings the start of another and with it a fresh crop of new films and TV series for us to binge on our couches. (Because, really, what more do we need?)

One of the top streaming services around, Prime Video regularly updates its already extensive streaming library every month and August 2026 will be no exception, with buzzy shows and movies joining the platform in the weeks ahead. But before we say hello to all of those additions, let's use this weekend to catch up on some of the great titles that premiered in July.

Given the breadth of the Prime Video platform, we here at Tom's Guide have decided to make things easy and narrowed the list down to a trio of shows that we think you should check out next. They include action-adventure comedy "Ride or Die," animated superhero noir "Batman: Caped Crusader" and a beloved mother-daughter series that moved to Prime Video earlier in the month. (Hint: Friday night dinner!) Here are the 3 best new to Prime Video shows to binge this weekend.

'Ride or Die'

Genre: Buddy comedy/action-adventure

What it's about: Besties Debbie (Octavia Spencer) and Judith (Hannah Waddingham) have the type of friendship that can withstand anything—but that trust gets majorly tested when it's revealed that the latter isn't actually a forensic accountant as Debbie always thought, but a highly trained, guns-blazing assassin. When Debbie and her MP husband David (Jamie Parker) get unwittingly roped into a scheme involving mob money and corrupt politics, the gal pals are forced on the run.

Why you should watch it: Who doesn't want to hang out with Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer — two of Hollywood's most talented and likeable stars — for eight hourlong episodes? Beyond the actresses' excellent onscreen chemistry, "Ride or Die" is a winning watch because it "maximizes its entertainment, humor, and fun through genuine performances and breezy writing," per the critics' consensus on Rotten Tomatoes, where the spy caper has a solid 96% approval rating.

Stream "Ride or Die" on Prime Video now

'Batman: Caped Crusader'

Genre: Superhero noir/animated series

What it's about: Season 2 of this moody, film noir-inspired reimagining of the Batman mythos sees plenty more danger and drama ahead for our Bruce Wayne (voiced by Hamish Linklater as an adult and Santino Barnard as young Bruce). As Batman and his allies rally together to dismantle the criminal enterprise of reigning mob boss Rupert Thorne (Cedric Yarbrough), the masked vigilante will also have to contend with a whole host of iconic villains, including the Riddler, the Scarecrow and the Joker.

Why you should watch it: If you like a broodingly stylized take on the superhero genre—think "Spider-Noir," another Prime Video project—then you'll no doubt enjoy this Bruce Timm-developed drama, which earned a Critics' Choice nomination last year for Best Animated Series.

Watch "Batman: Caped Crusader" on Prime Video now

'Gilmore Girls'

Genre: Family dramedy

What it's about: At this point, we probably don't need to tell you what "Gilmore Girls" is about, but in case you haven't yet tuned into the classic mother-daughter dramedy, the WB throwback stars Lauren Graham as thirtysomething single mom Lorelai Gilmore and Alexis Bledel as her precociously smart teenage daughter Rory. Over seven seasons, the series chronicles their preternaturally close bond as they both grow and change in the charming New England town of Stars Hollow.

Why you should watch it: If you've been missing the Gilmores' quick-witted repartee and Stars Hollow's small-town quirkiness ever since the series shockingly departed Netflix, don't fret: Prime Video picked up all seven seasons beginning on July 1. Because where the Gilmores lead, we will follow.

Stream "Gilmore Girls" on Prime Video now

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